Senior Chassis Controls System Engineer

Oshkosh Corporation

. Develop, integrate, validate, and release embedded software for commercial vehicle chassis control systems .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • Michigan • United StatesSenior💰 $91,500 - $148,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and integrating embedded software for automotive applications, with a strong focus on vehicle motion controls, software architecture, and compliance with industry standards such as ISO 26262 and ASPICE. Proficient in utilizing tools like MATLAB/Simulink and managing software verification and validation processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Embedded Software DevelopmentMATLAB/SimulinkISO 26262 Functional SafetyAutomotive CybersecurityHIL, SIL, and MIL Testing

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Hard Skills

Embedded Control SystemsSoftware ArchitectureRequirements ManagementRoot Cause AnalysisAutomotive DiagnosticsSoftware IntegrationCalibration ToolsVehicle Performance OptimizationAutomotive EthernetCAN / CAN FD

Tools & Technologies

ETAS AscetVector CANoeGitJenkinsJiraPython ScriptingAUTOSAR ClassicAUTOSAR AdaptiveDOORSJama

Certifications & Qualifications

Accredited Bachelor's Degree in EngineeringAccredited Master's Degree in Engineering

Industry Keywords

Automotive ApplicationsVehicle Chassis SystemsAgile Software DevelopmentASPICEDTCsVehicle IntegrationField ServiceOTA DeploymentQuality ImprovementSupplier Collaboration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityJenkinsPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, integrate, validate, and release embedded software for commercial vehicle chassis control systems
Define and evolve Vehicle Motion Controls electrical/electronic architecture, functional decomposition, and feature integration
Define system requirements, control strategies, software architecture, and interface specifications
Support systems engineering, software development, calibration, integration, validation, and launch activities
Deliver software and ECU releases through design reviews, configuration management, supplier collaboration, and quality/cost improvement
Coordinate with Powertrain, ADAS, Autonomy, controls, cybersecurity, functional safety, diagnostics, vehicle integration, and supplier engineering teams
Drive software quality through peer reviews, requirements traceability, static analysis, automated testing, and continuous integration
Develop diagnostic strategies, service functions, and software update capabilities for manufacturing, field service, and OTA deployment
Optimize software for vehicle performance, durability, reliability, payload management, and regulatory compliance
Support Model-Based Development and MIL, SIL, and HIL verification activities
Integrate supplier-developed software into vehicle platforms
Coordinate software verification and validation plans
Analyze software defects, DTCs, and vehicle performance issues through root cause analysis and corrective actions
Support prototype vehicle builds, software flashing, calibration, and vehicle testing
Participate in technical, architecture, design, and release-readiness reviews
Support production launches, manufacturing issue resolution, and OTA or service software improvements
Ensure compliance with ASPICE, ISO 26262 Functional Safety, and ISO/SAE 21434 Cybersecurity requirements
Perform engineering analysis supporting selection of parts, components, and materials
Work within company policies, mission, quality objectives, and procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Accredited Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field with five (5) or more years of related experience
Experience developing embedded control systems and software for automotive applications
Experience with embedded controls development including Matlab/Simulink or ETAS Ascet
Experience with requirements management tools such as DOORS, Jama, or equivalent
Knowledge of CAN / CAN FD, LIN, and Automotive Ethernet
Experience using automotive diagnostics (UDS, DTCs) and calibration tools
Understanding software integration, debugging, and root cause analysis
Ability to travel up to 20% as required
Accredited Master's degree in a related engineering discipline (standout qualification)
7+ years of experience developing embedded automotive software and/or calibration (standout qualification)
Applied experience with MATLAB/Simulink, AUTOSAR Classic and/or Adaptive, Vector CANoe/CANalyzer/CANape, ETAS INCA, Git, Jenkins or CI/CD, Jira, and Python scripting (standout qualifications)
Experience with vehicle-level validation, launch and field support
Experience with HIL, SIL, and MIL testing
Working knowledge of ISO 26262 Functional Safety processes
Familiarity with ISO/SAE 21434 Automotive Cybersecurity
Experience with commercial or heavy-duty vehicle chassis systems
Knowledge of Agile software development and Automotive SPICE
Applicants for certain positions may need to be U.S. Persons under ITAR/EAR regulations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive total rewards package
Opportunities to support team member growth and success
Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities